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Man Charged After Three Found Dead in Pennsylvania

PUBLISHED Jul 14, 2026, 9:05 AM ET

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GREAT BEND TOWNSHIP, PA — This week Pennsylvania State Police responded to a call at a home on the 1300 block of Baptist Hill Road and found three people dead; officials arrested Garrett Austin Johnson, 29, near the scene and charged him with three counts of criminal homicide. Authorities recovered a firearm at the scene and took the suspect into custody. The suspect was arraigned and is being held at Lackawanna County Prison without bail, and investigators said they will release victim identities after notifying next of kin; prosecutors and law enforcement continue the investigation this week, securing evidence and preparing for further legal proceedings while community members process the incident.

By James Porter | JQJO News

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Police received a call to a residence on the 1300 block of Baptist Hill Road.
Officers arrived and discovered three deceased individuals inside the home.
Investigators recovered a firearm at the scene during the initial response.
Garrett Austin Johnson, 29, was taken into custody near the alleged crime scene.
Johnson was arraigned and held at Lackawanna County Prison without bail; victim identifications are pending.

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This incident is a stark reminder of the importance of community safety. It's a good time to review your neighborhood watch protocols or consider setting one up if you don't have one. Also, ensure your home security measures are up-to-date.

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